Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) was a Dutch painter known for his bold and expressive use of color, as well as his exploration of personal emotion and psychological turmoil. He is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of Western art.
Also known as The Cafe Terrace on the Place du Forum, Café Terrace at Night was painted by van Gogh in Arles, France, in mid-September 1888. It is a vibrant and atmospheric depiction of a café terrace at night, with patrons enjoying their drinks under a starry sky.
Size: 80 x 65 cm
The painting measures 80 centimeters in height and 65 centimeters in width.
Media: Oil on canvas
Café Terrace at Night is an oil painting on a canvas support. Van Gogh's use of thick, impasto brushstrokes and vibrant colors gives the painting a sense of energy and movement.
Style: Post-Impressionism
Café Terrace at Night is an example of van Gogh's post-impressionist style, which was characterized by his use of bold colors, expressive brushstrokes, and a focus on personal emotion. The painting also shows the influence of Japanese woodblock prints, which van Gogh admired for their simplicity and flatness of space.
Date: 1888
The painting was completed in mid-September 1888.
Location: Arles, France
Café Terrace at Night was painted in Arles, a town in southern France that van Gogh had recently moved to. The café depicted in the painting is still in existence today and is a popular tourist destination.
Description:
Café Terrace at Night is a vibrant and atmospheric depiction of a café terrace at night, with patrons enjoying their drinks under a starry sky. The painting is characterized by van Gogh's use of bold colors, expressive brushstrokes, and a sense of movement and energy. The yellow and orange tones of the café terrace contrast with the deep blues and purples of the night sky, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The stars in the sky are depicted as swirling points of light, adding to the painting's sense of movement and energy.
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